Is there instrument rental available for large instruments such as cello and bass?

Yes! We coordinate instrument rental and delivery with a shop in Munich for participants who will be unable to bring their own instruments to Liesing.

Where will I stay throughout the festival?

There are many Gästehäuser, or guesthouses, in the valley that are walkable distances to the music academy. The festival make arrangements with these local B&Bs so that you have a place to stay.

Housing costs include breakfast, and vary depending on the B&B. Estimated costs for two-week participants range from €550 for a shared room to €945 for an individual room, and for one-week participants range from €275 for a shared room and €480 for an individual room.

What is the best way to travel to the festival?

AKM charters a bus that will meet participants at Munich Airport (MUC) on June 21 and drive them directly to Liesing. The departure time from MUC on June 21 will depend on flight arrivals of participants. The bus will leave Liesing at approximately 5:30 in the morning on July 5 to return to Munich Airport (MUC). The bus can make stops at railways stations along the way if your next destination isn’t Munich Airport. Please let the Festival know if you have other travel plans. NOTE: one-week attendees will need to arrange their own mid-festival transportation to or from Munich Airport. We can provide information on regional shuttle companies.

I am applying for the Fellowship Program. Will I still be considered for scholarships if I am not offered a fellowship?

Yes, you can still be considered for our limited number of scholarships if you are not offered a fellowship. Scholarships are based on participant need and merit, and on AKM’s need for particular instruments.

Will meals include vegetarian options?

Yes! The restaurants in the valley will always offer a vegetarian option during your stay. Please be sure to mark your dietary restrictions on your application.

More questions?

If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to reach out at akmchambermusic@gmail.com!